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Zimbabwe: Cricket Team Will Be Under Pressure - Utseya Tuesday, January 6, 2009 @ 1:27AMHarare — ZIMBABWE captain Prosper Utseya believes his side will be under pressure to perform better on this current tour of Bangladesh to silence the growing criticism over the state of cricket in the country.
Uganda: Afripals to Test National Cricket Team in Kenya Tuesday, January 6, 2009 @ 1:25AMKampala — THE national cricket team has made a last minute move and travelled to Kenya for a series of friendly matches with Kenyan side Afripals, who failed to make it to Kampala at the last hour.
Uganda: Kipsiro Tops UTL-USPA List Tuesday, January 6, 2009 @ 1:25AMKampala — LONG distance runner Moses Kipsiro is in the running for the uganda telecom-USPA Sports Personality of the Year award for the second successive year.
Gilaine Guirguis appointed hotel manager at Hilton Nuweiba Coral Resort Tuesday, January 6, 2009 @ 1:17AMHilton Hotels announced the appointment of Gilaine Guirguis as Hotel Manager at the Hilton Nuweiba Coral Resort.
South Africa: Competition Body Wants Hackers Prosecuted Tuesday, January 6, 2009 @ 1:11AMCape Town — The Competition Commission has laid criminal charges against the unknown hackers who lifted the lid on highly confidential information about the South African banking system that the four big banks wanted to keep under wraps.
Africa: Sudan, Kenya Cannot Afford to Falter Again Tuesday, January 6, 2009 @ 1:07AMJinja — AFTER slipping twice, Kenya and Sudan have to win at all costs today if they are to remain in contention for one of the two Group B semi-final slots.
Uganda: Country Speeds up Oil Production Tuesday, January 6, 2009 @ 1:07AMKampala — UGANDA is fast-tracking oil exploration and production in order to solve the fuel shortage, the energy minister has said. Daudi Migereko said as long as Uganda depends on Kenya for imports, the fuel shortages will continue.
Uganda: Environmentalists Oppose Degazetting Urban Forests Tuesday, January 6, 2009 @ 1:06AMKampala — ENVIRONMENTALISTS have opposed the Government proposal to degazette 15 urban forest reserves around the country. This, they say, will have adverse effects on the climate and the public.
Ohio professor named White House photographer Monday, January 5, 2009 @ 7:58PMWASHINGTON (AP) — President-elect Barack Obama has chosen an Ohio University photojournalism professor to be his official White House photographer.
F1: Fernando Alonso involved in minor plane incident Monday, January 5, 2009 @ 7:47PMENSTONE, England — Former Formula One world champion Fernando Alonso was traveling back to Europe on Monday after being involved in a minor plane incident while on holiday.
Alonso escapes plane incident OK Monday, January 5, 2009 @ 10:45AM Former Formula One world champion Fernando Alonso was travelling back to Europe from Kenya on Monday after being involved in a minor plane incident while on holiday.
Fernando Alonso involved in minor plane incident Monday, January 5, 2009 @ 9:59AMFormer Formula One world champion Fernando Alonso was traveling back to Europe on Monday after being involved in a minor plane incident while on holiday.
France tries accused 9/11 plotter in Tunisia blast Monday, January 5, 2009 @ 9:46AMPARIS -- Three men charged with involvement in a deadly synagogue bombing in Tunisia went on trial Monday in Paris in a case expected to highlight the reach and complexity of al-Qaida-linked networks in North Africa.
France Tries Accused 9/11 Plotter Monday, January 5, 2009 @ 9:39AMThree men charged with involvement in a deadly 2002 synagogue bombing in Tunisia went on trial in Paris, among them Khalid Sheikh Mohammed, currently held at a U.S. military prison in Guantanamo Bay, Cuba.
Terrorism trial begins in Paris Monday, January 5, 2009 @ 9:39AMThree men charged with involvement in a deadly synagogue bombing in Tunisia went on trial Monday in Paris in a case expected to highlight the reach and complexity of Qaeda-linked networks in North Africa.
Nigeria: Bosso Lauds NFF for Rwanda Camping Monday, January 5, 2009 @ 3:36AMFlying Eagles coach, Isa Ladan Bosso, has lauded the Nigeria Football Federation NFF for directing the team camp in Rwanda instead of Kenya earlier proposed.
Nigeria: Bosso Lauds NFF for Rwanda Camping Monday, January 5, 2009 @ 3:36AMFlying Eagles coach, Isa Ladan Bosso, has lauded the Nigeria Football Federation NFF for directing the team camp in Rwanda instead of Kenya earlier proposed.
Nigeria: Bosso Lauds NFF for Rwanda Camping Monday, January 5, 2009 @ 3:36AMFlying Eagles coach, Isa Ladan Bosso, has lauded the Nigeria Football Federation NFF for directing the team camp in Rwanda instead of Kenya earlier proposed.
Walking in God’s shoes: Abington Heights student collects footwear for town in Kenya Monday, January 5, 2009 @ 3:30AMJamie Colman said she is blessed. While others have heaped praise on her for a special project she started last year, the 17-year-old Abington Heights High School student humbly deflects such talk.
Walking in God’s shoes: Abington Heights student collects footwear for town in Kenya Monday, January 5, 2009 @ 3:30AMJamie Colman said she is blessed. While others have heaped praise on her for a special project she started last year, the 17-year-old Abington Heights High School student humbly deflects such talk.
Walking in God’s shoes: Abington Heights student collects footwear for town in Kenya Monday, January 5, 2009 @ 3:30AMJamie Colman said she is blessed. While others have heaped praise on her for a special project she started last year, the 17-year-old Abington Heights High School student humbly deflects such talk.
Nigeria: 2009 - Any Prospects for Sports? Monday, January 5, 2009 @ 2:47AMHad 2008 not turned a disaster for Nigerian sports, perhaps by now those privileged to run its affairs would have been making emphatic and promising statements about what the New Year has in store for enthusiasts, athletes and stakeholders.
Nigeria: 2009 - Any Prospects for Sports? Monday, January 5, 2009 @ 2:47AMHad 2008 not turned a disaster for Nigerian sports, perhaps by now those privileged to run its affairs would have been making emphatic and promising statements about what the New Year has in store for enthusiasts, athletes and stakeholders.
Nigeria: 2009 - Any Prospects for Sports? Monday, January 5, 2009 @ 2:47AMHad 2008 not turned a disaster for Nigerian sports, perhaps by now those privileged to run its affairs would have been making emphatic and promising statements about what the New Year has in store for enthusiasts, athletes and stakeholders.
Some news-sharing alliances that emerged in 2008 Sunday, January 4, 2009 @ 12:37PMA look at some of the news-sharing partnerships that emerged in 2008:
Africa hails Ghana election as democratic success Sunday, January 4, 2009 @ 12:28PMGhana’s largely peaceful and credible presidential election was a rare example of a functioning democracy in Africa and should be a model for the continent, African leaders and voters said on Sunday
Bullet Fired Through City Apartment Sunday, January 4, 2009 @ 12:21PMA Rochester resident called police early Sunday after she heard a gunshot and discovered a bullet hole in the ceiling of her apartment.
The technology Sunday, January 4, 2009 @ 12:18PMLED is used as an indicator in electronic gadgets and equipment as it consumes low power. Besides, its smaller size, compared to incandescent bulbs, helps save space.
Elephant populations decline in the wild, but zoos may not be the answer Sunday, January 4, 2009 @ 12:11PMIn Chad, the ivory poachers have upgraded to automatic weapons. Having bolstered the population at this "last stand for elephants" in central Africa, the Wildlife Conservation Society estimated recently that the numbers had dropped again, from 3,500 to 1,000.
World Digest Sunday, January 4, 2009 @ 7:03AMGAZA CITY, Gaza Strip (AP) — Thousands of Israeli troops backed by columns of tanks and helicopter gunships launched a ground offensive in Gaza last night, with officials saying they expected a lengthy fight in the densely populated territory after eight days of punishing airstrikes failed to halt militant rocket attacks on Israel.
Ghana gears up for 2nd alternate power handover in 10 years Sunday, January 4, 2009 @ 6:37AM Ghana is consolidating its democratic credentials as, for the second time in a decade, one elected leader prepares to hand over power to the opposition following a peaceful presidential poll.
Singita Grumeti leads the fray to save black rhino Sunday, January 4, 2009 @ 5:58AMTwo beasts of the black rhino, one heavy with pregnancy due to give birth next March, kept in the protective enclave of the Singita Grumeti Reserve at the Serengeti national park in Mara Region give hope to efforts to save one of the world`s rare species from extinction.
Will the $2million rescue ATCL? Sunday, January 4, 2009 @ 5:58AMAs the government this week releases Sh2.5billion ($2million) to bail out the cash strapped Air Tanzania Company Ltd, the main question that beg an urgent answer is; will the drop of water in the ocean rescue to collapsing airline?
LOOKING BACK Sunday, January 4, 2009 @ 5:43AM10 YEARS
Terrorists make their play in Somalia Sunday, January 4, 2009 @ 5:33AMAssociated Press MOGADISHU, Somalia — Islamic insurgents appeared to be scrambling for power Saturday, taking over several police stations in the capital as Ethiopian troops who have been propping up the government began to pull out, witnesses said.
Police stations taken over Sunday, January 4, 2009 @ 1:43AMIslamic insurgents in Somalia appear to be scrambling for power, taking over several police stations in the capital, witnesses say.
Cameroon starts crash probe Sunday, January 4, 2009 @ 1:11AMMBANGA PONGO, Cameroon (Reuters) - Cameroon opened an inquiry on Tuesday into the crash of a Kenya Airways plane which rescuers took nearly two days to find, as forensic experts began identifying the remains of the 114 victims.
Cameroon starts probe into air crash Sunday, January 4, 2009 @ 1:11AMMBANGA PONGO, Cameroon (Reuters) - Cameroon opened an inquiry on Tuesday into the crash of a Kenya Airways plane which rescuers took two days to find, and forensic experts began trying to identify the remains of the 114 victims.
Somali insurgents seize stations in bid for power Sunday, January 4, 2009 @ 1:10AMMOGADISHU, Somalia — Islamic insurgents appeared to be scrambling for power Saturday, taking over several police stations in the capital as Ethiopian troops who have been propping up the government began to pull out, witnesses said.
Doane prof. turns bags into mosquito netting Sunday, January 4, 2009 @ 12:36AMOne year ago, Doane College Professor Brad Elder and his students came up with a way to turn plastic shopping bags into reusable totes. Now Elder has dreamed up another way to recycle the bags: converting them into life-saving mosquito nets.
Morrissey says officers did all he asked of them Sunday, January 4, 2009 @ 12:33AMLooking back on his first year as Kenosha’s top cop, Police Chief John Morrissey said he’s proud of strides the department made in 2008, amid a year of disasters and investigations not seen in the city before.
Opposition Leader Is Declared the Winner of Ghana?s Presidential Election Saturday, January 3, 2009 @ 6:28PMJohn Atta Mills of the opposition National Democratic Congress party narrowly won a runoff vote for the presidency of Ghana, electoral officials announced Saturday.
Never mind the recession, we need a break Saturday, January 3, 2009 @ 6:19PM 1. Britain Holidaying at home to make savings is likely to be a winner this year. Research conducted by Visit London and Visit Britain has revealed growing interest in British holidays that are perceived to offer a quality experience at good value.
Darkness at dawn: will light pierce the gloom in 2009? Saturday, January 3, 2009 @ 6:06PM Mikhail Prokhorov, President, Onexim Group
FIRST Robotics Kicks Off Season Saturday, January 3, 2009 @ 5:07PMHigh school students throughout our area came together Saturday at RIT to kick off the 2009 robotics season. The teams outlined their objectives for the upcoming season and got starter kits for the upcoming robots. Each team took home nine boxes of parts that they will use to design their robots.
Somali rebels seize police stations in Mogadishu as Ethiopians withdraw Saturday, January 3, 2009 @ 11:07AMMOGADISHU, Somalia - Islamic insurgents appeared to be scrambling for power Saturday, taking over several police stations in the capital as Ethiopian troops who have been propping up the government began to pull out, witnesses said.
Somali Insurgents Take Over 3 Police Stations Saturday, January 3, 2009 @ 11:02AMSomali insurgents take over 3 police stations in the capital as Ethiopian troops pull out
Possible victory for opposition Saturday, January 3, 2009 @ 5:06AMThe last Ghanaian constituency to vote in a run-off presidential election appears to have handed victory to opposition candidate John Atta Mills.
On campus, Obama recalls major influences Saturday, January 3, 2009 @ 4:48AMPublished: Saturday, January 3, 2009 at 5:19 a.m. Last Modified: Saturday, January 3, 2009 at 5:36 a.m. HONOLULU — Less than three weeks before he becomes the nation’s first black president, Barack Obama returned this week to what was long known here as “the whites’ school.”
Khat in the U.S.: Like coffee or cocaine? Saturday, January 3, 2009 @ 4:08AMThe narcotic leaf is a time-honored tradition in Africa but illegal in the United States, where the demand is growing.